Manufacturing Cost Accountant

American Lithium Energy Corporation; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

American Lithium Energy Corporation in the San Diego metropolitan area is seeking a Manufacturing Cost Accountant for a full-time, on-site role supporting battery production operations. You will analyze costs, track variances, and maintain cost records for production activities.

You will prepare journal entries, assist month-end close, reconcile inventory and cost accounts, and help develop standard costs. Collaboration with operations, engineering, and finance will provide data-driven insights

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience with standard costing and variance analysis.
• Experience in manufacturing cost accounting and inventory valuation.
• Proficiency with journal entries and general ledger in manufacturing.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret production data and support decisions.
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and cost-benefit analysis.
• Experience with ERP and manufacturing cost systems; advanced Excel skills.
• Attention to detail, organization, and deadline-driven in an on-site environment.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing costs and track variances.
• Prepare and review journal entries; support month-end close.
• Reconcile inventory and cost accounts; develop standard costs.
• Monitor actual vs budgeted manufacturing expenses.
• Prepare cost-related financial reports for management.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and finance to provide insights.

Skills

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Inventory valuation

Journal entries

General ledger

Data analysis

ERP systems

Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Manufacturing environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA/CMA a plus

Tools

ERP software

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Manufacturing Cost Accountant role is based in the San Diego Metropolitan Area and supports ALE’s battery production operations. The professional in this position will analyze manufacturing costs, track material, labor, and overhead variances, and maintain accurate cost records for production activities.

Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing journal entries, supporting month-end close, and reconciling inventory and cost accounts. The role involves assisting with the development of standard costs, monitoring actual vs. budgeted manufacturing expenses, and preparing cost-related financial reports for management. The Manufacturing Cost Accountant will collaborate with operations, engineering, and finance teams to provide data-driven insights that improve efficiency, support pricing decisions, and strengthen overall financial performance.

Qualifications

• Strong cost accounting skills, including experience with standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.
• Ability to prepare and interpret financial statements and related cost reports.
• Proficiency in journal entries and general ledger accounting within a manufacturing environment.
• Solid analytical skills with the capacity to interpret complex production data and support financial decision-making.
• Foundational finance knowledge, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost-benefit analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a plus.
• Experience with ERP and manufacturing cost systems; advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis) are beneficial.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and the capability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams in an on-site manufacturing setting.
• Prior experience in clean energy, battery manufacturing, or related industrial sectors is preferred.

About American Lithium Energy (ALE)

American Lithium Energy (ALE) is a Vista, California-based manufacturer of advanced, U.S.-engineered lithium-ion battery cells. Founded in 2006, the company specializes in high-energy density and ultra-safe cells for mission-critical sectors like aerospace, defense, and electric flight, featuring technologies like Zero Volt Technology and SafeCore.